Prepare for Exciting Ministry Opportunities with a Master of Arts in Church Planting from Liberty
Do you want to spread the Gospel until every ear hears the good news of Jesus? The importance of communicating the Gospel and fulfilling the Great Commission is crucial. Receiving top-notch training can help lay the groundwork for responding to challenges in ministry and help prepare you to direct teams and others in the church-planting process. Through our Master of Arts (M.A.) in Church Planting, you can gain valuable experience that can help you impact churches and communities for generations.
Our program includes an internship so you can gain marketable training in an approved location. With experience like this, you can sharpen your skills and prepare for the nuances of church planting. By blending classroom experience with a hands-on internship, you can be confident that you are receiving a top-notch education.
As part of our dedication to world-class academics, our program is taught by professors who have experience as authors, researchers, and evangelists. Throughout your studies, you can take their expertise and make it your own as you endeavor to become a Champion for Christ.
What Will You Learn in Our Master of Arts in Church Planting?
- Contemporary evangelism and sermon preparation
- Different church planting techniques and methodologies
- How to evaluate different approaches to theology
As you pursue your M.A. in Church Planting at Liberty, you will take a variety of courses that cover topics such as the Old and New Testaments, biblical theology, small group ministry, and exegetical preaching.
In addition, you will participate in an an internship that can be completed at an approved location. That way, you can be the hands and feet of Christ and gain marketable experience – even before you graduate. By getting to work closely with an organization before graduating, you can gain a deeper understanding of the nuances of ministry.
Potential Careers for M.A. in Church Planting Graduates
- Associate pastor
- Church planter
- Church planting network staff
- Denominational leader
- Lead pastor
- Missionary
- Professor
Study Online
We understand the dilemma of wanting to further your education while also staying connected to your family, career, church, and community. This degree program is offered 100% online, so you don’t have to worry about sacrificing time with the people most important to you while you pursue your degree.
As an innovator in distance learning since 1985, Liberty will provide the following benefits:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete this M.A. in Church Planting in as little as 1 year.
Military Benefits
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe. Whether you are a current service member, discharged or retired from service, or the spouse of a service member or veteran, we are here to support you every step of the journey.
As a thank-you for your dedication and service to our country, Liberty is honored to serve and support you in your pursuit of online education by offering the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for part-time graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- Discounted divinity block rate: $2,475 per semester – only $165/credit at 15 credit hours*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours for the online Master of Arts in Church Planting are charged at the part-time rate.
Residential Benefits
- With students from all 50 states and over 70 countries around the world, you can immerse yourself in different cultures and experience the diversity of on-campus life.
- As a residential student, multiple scholarships are available to you, including the Early Deposit Award, Middle America Scholarship, and Liberty Academic Scholarship.
- Learn from professors who have doctoral degrees in their fields, as well as years of real-life experience.
- As a graduate student, you will have multiple research opportunities led by students and faculty to bolster your education and résumé.
- Outside of classes and studying, you will have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of on-campus activities, such as our NCAA sports, over 200 student-led clubs, and recreation centers like Snowflex, the LaHaye Ice Center, and Camp Hydaway.
- Enjoy our Reber-Thomas Dining Hall with over 20 available food stations, including gluten-free and vegan options. Work with a nutritionist to develop a dietary plan that is right for you!
Credit Hours
Available Online or On Campus
Class Type
Online, 8-week or residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Varies
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting
